# Top 41 franchise networks in Michigan

Tamtam tracks 41 franchise networks headquartered in Michigan. This list ranks all of them by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Little Caesars Pizza, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® and Hungry Howie's Pizza. Their median headcount is 458. Half of them were founded in 1978 or later. The most common headquarters are Grand Rapids (4), Plymouth (4) and Ann Arbor (3).

These Michigan-based franchise networks operate across diverse sectors, predominantly in food service, but also in transportation, healthcare, and automotive. The companies range from well-established brands like Little Caesars Pizza, a family-owned pizza chain, and TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®, a franchised moving company, to newer ventures such as Tommy's Express® Car Wash, an innovative car wash franchise. The list also includes Hungry Howie's Pizza and BIGGBY COFFEE, both prominent food service franchises.

A notable pattern among these companies is the strong presence of food and beverage service franchises, with several pizza brands and coffee shops. Additionally, many of these franchise networks, such as Powerhouse Gym and Kilwins Chocolates Franchise, Inc., have been established for several decades, indicating a history of successful franchising models in the state.

🇺🇸 Michigan · 41 companies · Updated Nov 12, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Little Caesars Pizza](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/little-caesars-pizza) (littlecaesars.com)<br>Family-owned pizza chain, third-largest globally, offering HOT-N-READY pizzas, Crazy Puffs, and Crazy Bread, using quality ingredients. Franchise opportunities available. | Food and Beverage Services | 🇺🇸 Detroit | 38,189 | 1959 |
| 2 | [TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/two-men-and-a-truck) (twomenandatruck.com)<br>A leading franchised moving company with over 380 locations worldwide, known for high-quality service and opportunities for career growth | Truck Transportation | 🇺🇸 Lansing | 4,874 |  |
| 3 | [Hungry Howie's Pizza](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hungry-howie-s-pizza) (hungryhowies.com)<br>A leading pizza franchise offering delicious flavored crust pizzas at a great value, with a commitment to concept, products, and franchisees | Food and Beverage Services | 🇺🇸 Madison Heights | 3,019 | 1973 |
| 4 | [Jets Pizza](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/jets-pizza) (jetspizza.com)<br>Established in 1978, this pizza company offers a variety of styles, salads, breads, and desserts across hundreds of locations in 19 states | Food and Beverage Services | 🇺🇸 Sterling Heights | 2,746 | 1978 |
| 5 | [BIGGBY COFFEE](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/biggby-coffee) (biggby.com)<br>A purpose-driven coffee franchise focused on loving people, creating community, and delivering gourmet coffee with world-class customer service | Food and Beverage Services | 🇺🇸 East Lansing | 2,563 | 1995 |
| 6 | [ComForCare](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/comforcare) (comforcare.com)<br>Provider of in-home care services for seniors, including dementia care, personal care, respite care, chronic condition management, transportation, and companionship | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇺🇸 Troy | 2,397 | 1996 |
| 7 | [Goldfish Swim School Franchising, LLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/goldfish-swim-school-franchising-llc) (goldfishswimschool.com)<br>A leading swim school franchise offering proprietary curriculum for teaching babies and young children how to swim with over 80 locations nationwide | Wellness and Fitness Services | 🇺🇸 Troy | 2,334 |  |
| 8 | [LaFontaine Automotive Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lafontaine-automotive-group) (familydeal.com)<br>A well-established automotive group with a strong emphasis on customer service, community involvement, and providing the best deals on new and used vehicles in Michigan | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Highland | 1,171 | 1980 |
| 9 | [Tommy's Express® Car Wash](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tommy-s-express-car-wash) (tommys-express.com)<br>An innovative and rapidly growing franchise in the car wash industry, providing start-to-finish support, top customer service, and community involvement opportunities | Consumer Services | 🇺🇸 Holland | 1,068 | 2013 |
| 10 | [Powerhouse Gym](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/powerhouse-gym) (powerhousegym.com)<br>A global leader in gym licensing, with over 300 licensees and 2 million members worldwide Offers marketing, publications, and merchandising services | Wellness and Fitness Services | 🇺🇸 Birmingham | 1,047 | 1975 |
| 11 | [Mr. Handyman](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mr-handyman) (franchise.neighborly.com)<br>A nationwide network of independently owned franchises specializing in commercial and residential property maintenance and repair services, recognized as a top handyman service | Construction | 🇺🇸 Ann Arbor | 920 | 2000 |
| 12 | [Zeigler Automotive Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/zeigler-automotive-group) (zeigler.com)<br>A leading dealer group in the US with diverse automotive and motorsports offerings, executive training, finance, insurance, and leasing services | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Kalamazoo | 815 | 1975 |
| 13 | [Big Boy Restaurants](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/big-boy-restaurants) (bigboy.com)<br>An online platform offering a wide range of products or services | Restaurants | 🇺🇸 Southfield | 801 | 1936 |
| 14 | [The Lash Lounge](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/the-lash-lounge) (thelashlounge.com)<br>Premier eyelash salon franchise offering custom lash extensions, lifts, tinting, and more Focus on enhancing natural beauty and providing luxurious experience | Consumer Services | 🇺🇸 Ann Arbor | 736 | 2006 |
| 15 | [Kilwins Chocolates Franchise, Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kilwins-chocolates-franchise-inc) (kilwins.com)<br>This company upholds three core values: treat others well, do your best, and have fun They seek like-minded individuals for open positions | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Petoskey | 728 | 1947 |
| 16 | [CRDN Full-Service Contents Restoration](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/crdn-full-service-contents-restoration) (crdn.com)<br>International organization specializing in restoring textiles, electronics, art, and collectibles for insurance industry, contractors, and property owners with proven processes for customer satisfaction | Insurance | 🇺🇸 Berkley | 643 | 2001 |
| 17 | [Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/coldwell-banker-weir-manuel) (coldwellbankerhomes.com)<br>Real estate company founded on principles of integrity after 1906 San Francisco earthquake, prioritizing helping families rebuild over profit | Real Estate | 🇺🇸 Birmingham | 614 | 1906 |
| 18 | [Coldwell Banker Schmidt Realtors](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/coldwell-banker-schmidt-realtors) (cbgreatlakes.com)<br>Established in 1927, we have grown to be one of the top real estate brokerages with 70 offices, 1,400 agents, and $3 Billion in sales volume | Real Estate | 🇺🇸 Traverse City | 576 | 1927 |
| 19 | [Quality Car Wash](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/quality-car-wash) (qualitywash.com)<br>A company offering car wash, convenience store, fuel services, and operating Tim Hortons restaurants, focused on serving guests, people, and communities | Retail | 🇺🇸 Holland | 523 | 1969 |
| 20 | [Wesco Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/wesco-inc) (gowesco.com)<br>A Michigan-based company with 55 convenience stores, a private distribution center, fuel and propane business, deli and bakery operation, and growth plans for a unified campus | Food and Beverage Services | 🇺🇸 Laketon Township | 458 | 1952 |
| 21 | [LaVida Massage](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lavida-massage) (lavidamassagefranchise.com)<br>A national massage center chain providing health and wellness-focused massage services in a gender-neutral environment with convenient online booking options | Wellness and Fitness Services | 🇺🇸 Brighton | 458 | 2007 |
| 22 | [Meritage Hospitality Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/meritage-hospitality-group) (meritagehospitality.com)<br>A restaurant group based in Grand Rapids, MI, operating over 340 Wendy's locations and expanding with new concepts Emphasizes customer service and employee growth | Hospitality | 🇺🇸 Grand Rapids | 415 |  |
| 23 | [Signs By Tomorrow](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/signs-by-tomorrow) (signsbytomorrow.com)<br>A national network specializing in high-quality graphics and signage for businesses of all sizes, offering cutting-edge technology and personalized service | Printing Services | 🇺🇸 Plymouth | 405 | 1986 |
| 24 | [Young Engineers](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/young-engineers) (youngengineers.org)<br>Provider of educational enrichment programs worldwide through a network of franchise partners, focusing on STEM concepts to prepare children for the modern world | Education Administration Programs | 🇺🇸 West Bloomfield | 402 | 2008 |
| 25 | [Team Lyders - A Franchise of Taco Bell](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/team-lyders-a-franchise-of-taco-bell) (teamlyders.com)<br>Franchise operator of Taco Bell, Arby's, and KFC/Taco Bell locations in the Midwest, dedicated to providing delicious meals and a positive work environment | Restaurants | 🇺🇸 Brighton | 400 | 1994 |
| 26 | [Ziebart International](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ziebart-international) (ziebart.com)<br>A global leader in automotive appearance and protection services, with over 60 years of experience, operating over 400 locations in 37 countries | Vehicle Repair and Maintenance | 🇺🇸 Troy | 389 | 1959 |
| 27 | [Garber Automotive Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/garber-automotive-group) (garberauto.com)<br>An automotive group with 21 dealerships across the Midwest, Florida, New York, and North Carolina, employing over 2,000 people | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Saginaw | 387 | 1907 |
| 28 | [Allegra Marketing • Print • Mail](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/allegra-marketing-print-mail) (allegramarketingprint.com)<br>A strategic communications company specializing in customer retention, lead generation, and donor acquisition programs, offering printing, direct mail, signs, and promotional products | Advertising Services | 🇺🇸 Plymouth | 360 | 1976 |
| 29 | [Fetch! Pet Care](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fetch-pet-care) (fetchpetcare.com)<br>Nation's leading in-home pet care franchise with over 115 locations in the US, providing love and care for pets just like their owners | Individual and Family Services | 🇺🇸 Livonia | 351 | 2002 |
| 30 | [Courtesy Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/courtesy-chrysler-dodge-jeep-ram) (courtesy.com)<br>A premier dealership in West Michigan offering an extensive selection of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram vehicles, along with repair services, parts, financing, and collision repair | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Grand Rapids | 348 | 1966 |
| 31 | [Signs Now](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/signs-now) (signsnow.com)<br>This company provides high-quality sign and graphics solutions for a global clientele, offering innovative products like digital imaging and visual communication services | Advertising Services | 🇺🇸 Plymouth | 348 | 1983 |
| 32 | [Cottage Inn Gourmet Pizza](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cottage-inn-gourmet-pizza) (cottageinn.com)<br>Established in 1948, we are a restaurant chain with over 50 locations in Michigan and Ohio, offering pizza for carryout, delivery, and dining in | Restaurants | 🇺🇸 Ann Arbor | 343 | 1948 |
| 33 | [Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/berkshire-hathaway-homeservices-michigan-real-estate) (bhhsmichiganrealestate.com)<br>A leading real estate company in Michigan offering a full suite of services including residential, luxury, commercial real estate, property management, and more | Real Estate | 🇺🇸 Grand Rapids | 334 | 1953 |
| 34 | [Auto-Wares Group of Companies](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/auto-wares-group-of-companies) (autowares.com)<br>Distributes automotive aftermarket parts, specialized batteries, import car components, paint, body tools, performance gear, and heavy duty truck equipment to various partners. | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Grand Rapids | 326 | 1976 |
| 35 | [Great Lakes Ace Hardware](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/great-lakes-ace-hardware) (greatlakesace.com)<br>A chain of hardware stores with 70 years of experience, offering national buying power, localized products, services, and a commitment to community involvement | Retail | 🇺🇸 Farmington Hills | 307 | 1946 |
| 36 | [Zoup! Eatery](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/zoup-eatery) (zoupfranchise.com)<br>A fast casual eatery franchise with a healthful menu, innovative technology, family-friendly hours, and nationwide delivery, known for award-winning soups | Restaurants | 🇺🇸 Farmington Hills | 305 | 1998 |
| 37 | [Image360](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/image360) (image360.com)<br>An innovative visual communication solutions provider offering professional graphics for businesses nationwide with a focus on creativity and customer satisfaction | Advertising Services | 🇺🇸 Plymouth | 245 | 2013 |
| 38 | [Italy Sotheby's International Realty](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/italy-sotheby-s-international-realty) (italy-sothebysrealty.com)<br>Luxury real estate agency in Italy, offering properties across various price ranges in major cities and scenic locations, with personalized services | Real Estate | 🇺🇸 Milan | 218 | 2012 |
| 39 | [Detroit Tigers](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/detroit-tigers) (tigers.com)<br>A Major League Baseball team based in Detroit, Michigan with a history of winning championships and playing at Comerica Park since 2000 Visit website for job opportunities | Non-profit Organizations | 🇺🇸 Detroit | 201 | 1882 |
| 40 | [Suburban Inns](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/suburban-inns) (suburbaninns.com)<br>A hospitality company established in 1979, specializing in developing, owning, and operating top-tier hotels and restaurants in various Michigan locations | Hospitality | 🇺🇸 Hudsonville | 98 | 1979 |
| 41 | [TRIGO HOSPITALITY](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/trigo-hospitality) (trigohospitality.com)<br>A hospitality franchisee managing popular food chains such as Pizza Hut, Sonic Drive-Ins, Moe's Southwest Grill and CoreLife Eatery | Food and Beverage Services | 🇺🇸 Saint Joseph | 30 | 2001 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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